Local Business & Networking Organizations

1. Association for Wedding Professionals, International(AFWPI)

Membership Fees
Regular Member ($240/yr) Associate Member (360/yr), One time Setup Fee $25, Directory $10 each, Online Photo/Image $25.

Eligibility Requirement
Be in the Wedding Industry, Adhere to the Code of Ethics.

Benefits of Membership
Insurance, Credit Card Acceptance, Job Board, Brides Lead List, Listing on Website.

2. National Association of Wedding Professionals, Inc. (NAWP)

Membership Fees
Annual Fee $200

Eligibility Requirement
Business Name, Address and Contact Information, Applicable Licenses and Federal Tax ID #, Occupational or Local Business License

Benefits of Membership
Receive qualified bridal leads, Credit Card Processing, Insurance, National Member Discounts, Free Membership with use of Bridal Malls USA Logo, Discount with selected Vendors.

3. Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC) Affiliate Membership

Membership Fees
$200 + Member Dues

Eligibility Requirement
5 Letters of Recommendation from Industry Professional, 12 Letters of Recommendation from Clients, Intervies with 3 Board Members, Personal statement on why you want to become a member of ACPWC, Complete Evaluation Form, Sponsored by ACPWC Member, Industry recognition, award and/or accolades.

Benefits of Membership
Client referral, Monthly updates on industry trends, Part of the vast network of Professionals, Lead referrals, Private Facility tours, vendor presentations, Continuing Education Programs.

4. Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC) Affiliate Membership

Membership Fees
$200 + Member Dues

Eligibility Requirement
"0 – <>Wedding Novice
0 – <>Vendor, If requested, be prepared to supply copy of DBA or Business License, 25 – <>Wedding Consultant,

50 – <>Professional Bridal Consultant / Professional Wedding Vendor,

75 – <>Accredited Bridal Consultant/Accredited Wedding Vendor. Essays and event portfolio required for Accredited level, 100 points or above Master Bridal Consultant / Master Wedding Vendor Essays, event portfolio, and panel presentation/interview required for Master level"



Benefits of Membership
Newsletter, State Coordinators, Insurance, Information Services, Professional Development Program, Advertising, Media Relations, Referrals, Annual Conference, Local Meeetings, Educational Seminars, Corporate Member support, Wedding Industry Promotion, Apprenticeship Program, Membership Listing and Networking